Manaslu Circuit Trek

Duration: 17 Days | Based on 2 Reviews

Destination: Nepal
Trip Difficulty: Strenuous
Trip Style: Trekking
Transport: Private Vehicle / Tourist Bus
Food: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel , Guest House & Tented Camp
Group Size: 1-16
Max Elevation: 5160m.

Manaslu Circuit Trek is one of the most popular and adventurous trekking route in Manaslu region. Manaslu trekking makes a complete circuit of Mt. Manaslu (8163m), the eighth highest mountain in the world providing some of the best views of Himalayan ranges.The major highlights of this trek are the visit to Manaslu Base Camp (4800m) and the crossing of Larke La pass (5160m). Along the trekking path, you will be able to view spectacular views of Mt. Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Shringi Himal and Himlung. Manaslu Trekking begins from Arughat village in Gorkha district, which is a 9 hours drive from Kathmandu. The trail moves up along the Budhi Gandaki River passing through rolling green hills, valleys, villages and terraced farm fields. The trail passes through Manaslu Conservation Area which has successfully promoted eco tourism by preserving wildlife and ecological biodiversity. In the higher elevation the landscape changes from green forests to Tibet-like geography. The people here are Tibetans and follow Tibetan Budhism as is visible in Mani walls, chortens and Stupa. Plenty of tea houses and guest rooms area available on the trek. Manaslu Trekking is categorized as easy to moderate, thus making it suitable for all levels of trekkers.

Highlights

Experience Gurung and Tibetan Culture along the trekking
Trek through the untouched area Manaslu to Annapurna.
Cross the 5415m Larkya La pass.
Enjoy splendid views of Manaslu, Ganesh and Shring Himalayan ranges

Outline Itinerary

OPEN Detail Itinerary

Day 01 Arrival and transfer to Hotel in Kathmandu

Day 02 Kathmandu Valley sightseeing

Day 03 Kathmandu- Sotikhola (715m.)7/8 hours drive.

Day 04 Sotikhola to Macchakhola (900m.) 5hrs.

Day 05 Macchakhola to Jagat(13415m.) 5hrs.

Day 06 Jagat to Deng(1804M.) 5/6 hours

Day 07 Deng to Namrung(2630m.)5/6 hours.

Day 08 Namrung to Lho gaou(2950m.)5/6 hours.

Day 09 Lho gaou to Sama gaou (3520m.) 5/6 hours

Day 10 Acclimatization day

Day 11 Sama Goun -Samdo 5hrs.

Day 12 Samdo-Dharmashala.

Day 13 Dharmashala- Larkya pass (5160m.)- Bimtang(3720m.) 6/7 hours

Day 14 Bimtang to Tilje(2300m.) 4/5 hours

Day 15 Tilje- Dharapani(1920m.)-Chyamche (1430m) 6hours

Day 16 Chyamche-Beshisahar- Kathmandu 8hours.

Day 17 Departure

What's included

Included

Manaslu Conservation entry permit (MCAP)
ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area)-Permit.
Manaslu Restricted Area Permit
Land transportation to and from by Bus
14-Night Tea house Accommodation in the Mountain.
Experienced English Speaking guide with equipment.
Airport picks up and drops off.
Safe Drinking Water while in the trek
TIMS (Trekker Information Management System)
1-porter for every two clients.
Insurance of Nepalese Staffs.
Full board Meals while in the trekking (breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
3-Night hotel in Kathmandu including Breakfast

Excluded

Personal expenses
Insurance, Tips, food in the city, laundry, telephone, Personal equipment.
Emergency evacuation by Helicopter, Airport tax, and custom clearance
Extra night hotel and food in Kathmandu in case early return from the trek and late departure
Alternative transportation in case of heavy rain, landslide, strike, road blockade, etc.

Price & Dates

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Request a Private Date

Day 1 means the arrival day in Kathmandu.

Group discount is available so please contact us. In case of weather condition, natural calamities if the trek is disturbed then we offer you the alternative trek,

Group Size, guide and crew member:

We organize Everest base camp for single people to maximum 16 people at once or even if you have more than 16 people then we can split the group in to two or more groups (according to the number of trekkers) however you all can walk together and stay at same guest house and there are only different guide, and there are 1 guide up to 10 people and 2 guides for 11-16 people and a porter for each 2 trekkers.

Trek as an Individual, Private Group or Join a Scheduled Trek:

Global Adventure Trekking specializes in organizing treks for individuals, couples, and small groups. You can trek by yourself as a private group on the date you select without paying extra, or you can choose to join a small group that is scheduled during your preferred time frame. We also now and then arrange groups on dates other than those shown on this schedule so feel free to contact us to inquire about other possible dates for group treks that you might be able to join.

Personal expenses on the trek:

The daily expenditure in Kathmandu will be about 5 USD per meals. However, it depends on you how much and where you eat. On the trek, your daily expenditure will be about 5-10 USD per day for souvenir and drinks.

Tips are expected by your support team after the trek. The amount depends on your budget and appreciation of their work. As a suggestion, we advise you to allocate 10 - 15% of the total tour cost as tips to the staff. It depends on the services they deliver you along the trek.